Welcome to Spokane!

On behalf of the NHRMA board, we are excited to have you join us in celebrating NHRMA’s 88th Annual NHRMA Conference & Tradeshow in Spokane, WA. The conference will be held at the Spokane Convention Center starting September 9, 2026 through September 11, 2026. The theme for this year's conference is "The Advantage: Leading and Humanizing the Future of Work."

 

NHRMA 2026 will highlight the essential role of HR leaders  in shaping the workplace of tomorrow. It will emphasize leadership development, fostering engagement, and building inclusive, resilient cultures while embracing technology and tools—including AI—where they support people and processes. The conference will explore strategies for inspiring teams, navigating change, and balancing innovation with the human-centered approach that defines effective HR leadership.

Key Highlights:

• Strengthening leadership skills in evolving workplaces.
• Creating an inclusive workplace culture that empowers employees, enhances engagement, and builds high-performing teams.
• Leveraging technology and data thoughtfully to support human-centered decision-making.
• Preparing HR leaders to guide their organizations through change with vision and empathy.

 

As strategic human resource professionals and business leaders, we must continue to anticipate how HR and business will need to adapt to the future in these fast-paced and challenging times. Our tradeshow will be full of the latest and greatest exhibitors with the newest and cutting-edge technology and products for our profession.

 

We look forward to seeing you in Spokane!

 

Dana Clark,

NHRMA 2026 Conference Chair

 

 

 

 

About NHRMA

Northwest Human Resource Management Association (NHRMA) has a proud tradition and history of service to the human resource professionals in the Northwestern United States and British Columbia dating from its formation in October 1939. The organization currently services HR professionals and students in Alaska, Oregon, and Washington.

 

NHRMA (known as PNPMA at the time) became affiliated with the Society for Human Resource Management (known as ASPA at the time) in January 1972. The Northwest Human Resource Management Association (NHRMA) provides professional development opportunities for HR professionals and students in the states of Alaska, Oregon, and Washington who are members in good standing with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). SHRM membership has many benefits, including the opportunity for professionals to participate in a local chapter. 

 

 

NHRMA's Mission

To provide quality learning, relationship building, and recognition experiences in partnership with the HR communities of Alaska, Oregon, and Washington.

 

The NHRMA Advantage

The NHRMA Advantage is the incredible benefit provided to SHRM members, Chapters, and State Councils in Alaska, Oregon, and Washington. By utilizing the NHRMA advantage, we can release the power of the Northwest!